February 11-12
Abu Dhabi'25
The game industry dealmaking event
800 + attendees
On-site expo
Meeting system
Business networking
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Meet decision makers from around the world in one place
The WN Conference in Abu Dhabi is a high-level deal-making event, now in its third edition, offering a fantastic opportunity to find new partners and connect with potential investors for MENA regions and beyond. With strong support from both the UAE government and private sector, Abu Dhabi is emerging as a key hub for expanding your business and entering the game industry.

The agenda covers a wide range of topics, including investments, game publishing, talent management, game analytics, and web3 gaming. Don't miss the Developers Showcase and two networking parties planned as part of the conference.
Why attend
Expand Your Network
As a notable event in the gaming industry hosted in a globally recognized business hub, the WN Conference provides unparalleled networking opportunities with industry leaders worldwide. The strategic location of the UAE and its status as an accessible, multicultural hub make it an ideal setting for fostering international partnerships and exploring new business avenues.
Grow Your Business
Governments in countries such as the UAE and Saudi Arabia are actively supporting the growth of the gaming industry. For instance, the UAE is making significant strides towards transforming Abu Dhabi into a global hub for gaming and esports, backed by training programs and educational initiatives.

Both public and private sectors are heavily investing in the gaming industries in the UAE. This presents an excellent opportunity for global companies to help leverage these investments for their growth.
Discover New Opportunities
The MENA region, particularly the UAE, is rapidly emerging as an attractive market for the video games industry. The games market here is projected to surpass $5 billion by 2025. This growth is driven by increased spending by gamers, extended in-game time, and a rise in advertising revenue. The gaming market in the UAE alone is expected to exceed 306 million USD in 2023, with an annual growth rate surpassing 5%. By 2027, the market volume is anticipated to reach over 372 million USD.

This presents a compelling reason for companies to attend the WN Conference in Abu Dhabi.
Speakers
Speakers and program to be announced, stay tuned!
offers game developers an excellent opportunity to present their projects and capture the attention of industry leaders.
Application will be accepted till February 5, 2025.
For Developers
Sponsored by
WN Developer Showcase
is a competition that provides developers with the chance to win prizes and gain exposure to industry leaders
WN Game Finder Contest
Get professional feedback from industry experts and fellow developers to increase your chances of creating an award-winning game
Professional feedback

Present your project and gain exposure to influential figures in the game industry
Exposure to industry leaders
Enjoy free standard access to the conference and use it to learn and network
Free access to the conference
WN Hub and meeting system
WN Hub is a communication platform for the game industry that makes business networking available to everyone. Each WN Conference features a unique meeting system, which is an essential part of the WN Hub. Unlock its opportunities with your ticket! The meeting system will be available for all the conference's participants from February 1 till March 1, 2024.
Online features
WN Hub will be available soon
Tickets
Do business and network with 800+ attendees
The online features unlocked with the tickets will be available
on the WN Hub until February 26, 2025
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